Nancy Pelosi (b. March 26, 1940, in Baltimore, MD) is a Democratic member of the U.S. House representing California's 12th Congressional District. Pelosi was first elected to the House in 1987. She is the current House Minority Leader.

Pelosi has served as House Minority Leader since 2010 and chose to continue to serve in that position following the 2012 election. She stated, “After our victory at the polls, I wouldn’t think of walking away.” She formerly served as Speaker of the House for four years, but became Minority Leader when Republicans took control of the House following the 2010 election.[1]

Pelosi won re-election in 2014.[2] Following the retirement of two senior California Democrats and speculation about her retirement, Pelosi restated her plans to seek re-election in 2014. She said in an email, "My work is not finished. I'm running. I've already started the paperwork process."[3] She and John Dennis (R) advanced past the blanket primary on June 3, 2014. Pelosi went on to defeat Dennis in the general election on November 4, 2014.[4]

Based on analysis of multiple outside rankings, Pelosi is an average Democratic member of Congress, meaning she will vote with the Democratic Party on the majority of bills.

Career

Below is an abbreviated outline of Pelosi's academic, professional and political career:[5]

Committee assignments

U.S. House

2011-2016

As minority leader, Pelosi does not serve on any committees.

Key votes

113th Congress

The second session of the 113th Congress enacted into law 114 out of the 3,036 introduced bills (3.8 percent). Comparatively, the 112th Congress had 4.2 percent of introduced bills enacted into law in the second session.[6] For more information pertaining to Pelosi's voting record in the 113th Congress, please see the below sections.[7]

National security

HR 644

On September 9, 2014, the Republican-run House approved H.R. 644, a resolution condemning President Barack Obama's act of exchanging five Guantanamo Bay prisoners for Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl.[8][9] The House voted 249-163 for resolution, with all Republicans and 22 Democrats supporting the bill. Fourteen Democrats and five Republicans did not vote on the resolution, while all other Democrats opposed its passage.[9] Pelosi did not vote on the resolution.[8][9]

NDAA

Pelosi voted against HR 1960 - the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014. The bill passed the House on June 14, 2013, with a vote of 315 - 108. Both parties were somewhat divided on the vote.[10]

DHS Appropriations

Pelosi voted against HR 2217 - the DHS Appropriations Act (2014) Act of 2014. The bill passed the House on June 6, 2013, with a vote of 245 - 182 that was largely along party lines.[11]

CISPA (2013)

Pelosi voted against HR 624 - the CISPA (2013). The bill passed the House on April 18, 2013, with a vote of 288 - 127. The bill permitted federal intelligence agencies to share cybersecurity intelligence and information with private entities and utilities. The bill was largely supported by Republicans, but divided the Democratic Party.[12]

Economy

Farm bill

On January 29, 2014, the U.S. House approved the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013, H.R. 2642, also known as the Farm Bill.[13] The bill passed by a vote of 251-166. The nearly 1,000-page bill reformed and continued various programs of the Department of Agriculture through 2018. The $1 trillion bill expanded crop insurance for farmers by $7 billion over the next decade and created new subsidies for rice and peanut growers that would kick in when prices drop.[14][15] However, cuts to the food stamp program cut an average of $90 per month for 1.7 million people in 15 states.[15] Pelosi voted with 88 other Democraticrepresentatives in favor of the bill.

2014 Budget

On January 15, 2014, the Republican-run House approved H.R. 3547, a $1.1 trillion spending bill to fund the government through September 30, 2014.[16][17] The House voted 359-67 for the 1,582 page bill, with 64 Republicans and three Democrats voting against the bill.[17] The omnibus package included 12 annual spending bills to fund federal operations.[18] It included a 1 percent increase in the paychecks of federal workers and military personnel, a $1 billion increase in Head Start funding for early childhood education, reduced funding to the Internal Revenue Service and the Environmental Protection Agency, and the protection of the Affordable Care Act from any drastic cuts. Pelosi joined with the majority of the Democratic party and voted in favor of the bill.[16][17]

Government shutdown

On September 30, 2013, the House passed a final stopgap spending bill before the shutdown went into effect. The bill included a one-year delay of the Affordable Care Act's individual mandate and would have also stripped the bill of federal subsidies for congressional members and staff. It passed through the House with a vote of 228-201.[19] At 1 a.m. on October 1, 2013, one hour after the shutdown officially began, the House voted to move forward with going to a conference. In short order, Sen. Harry Reid rejected the call to conference.[20] Pelosi voted against the stopgap spending bill that would have delayed the individual mandate.[21]

The shutdown ended on October 16, 2013, when the House took a vote on HR 2775 after it was approved by the Senate. The bill to reopen the government lifted the $16.7 trillion debt limit and funded the government through January 15, 2014. Federal employees also received retroactive pay for the shutdown period. The only concession made by Senate Democrats was to require income verification for Obamacare subsidies.[22] The House passed the legislation shortly after the Senate, by a vote of 285-144, with all 144 votes against the legislation coming from Republican members. Pelosi voted for HR 2775.[23]

Federal Pay Adjustment Act

Pelosi voted against HR 273 - Eliminates the 2013 Statutory Pay Adjustment for Federal Employees. The bill passed the House on February 15, 2013, with a vote of 261 - 154. The bill called for a stop to a 0.5 percent pay increase for all federal workers from taking effect, saving the federal government $11 billion over 10 years.[24]

Immigration

Morton Memos Prohibition

Pelosi voted against House Amendment 136 - Prohibits the Enforcement of the Immigration Executive Order. The amendment was adopted by the House on June 6, 2013, with a vote of 224 - 201. The purpose of the amendment as stated on the official text is to "prohibit the use of funds to finalize, implement, administer, or enforce the Morton Memos." These memos would have granted administrative amnesty to certain illegal aliens residing in the United States.[25] The vote largely followed party lines.[26]

Healthcare

Healthcare Reform Rules

Pelosi voted against House Amendment 450 - Requires Congressional Approval for Any Rules Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The amendment was adopted by the House on August 2, 2013, with a vote of 227-185. The amendment requires that all changes to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act be approved by Congress before taking effect. The vote was largely along party lines.[27]

Social issues

Abortion

Pelosi voted against HR 1797 - Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act. The resolution passed the House on June 18, 2013, with a vote of 228 - 196 that largely followed party lines. The purpose of the bill was to ban abortions that would take place 20 or more weeks after fertilization.[28]

Previous congressional sessions

Fiscal Cliff

Pelosi voted for the fiscal cliff compromise bill, which made permanent most of the Bush tax cuts originally passed in 2001 and 2003 while also raising tax rates on the highest income levels. She was 1 of 172 Democrats that voted in favor of the bill. The bill was passed in the House by a 257 - 167 vote on January 1, 2013.[29]

Issues

On The Issues Vote Match

On The Issues conducts a VoteMatch analysis of elected officials based on 20 issue areas. Rather than relying on incumbents to complete the quiz themselves, the VoteMatch analysis is conducted using voting records, statements to the media, debate transcripts or citations from books authored by or about the candidate. Based on the results of the quiz, Pelosi is a Populist-Leaning Liberal. Pelosi received a score of 70 percent on social issues and 7 percent on economic issues.[30]

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National security

Israel

Pelosi came under fire after she made certain comments regarding the conflict between Israel and Palestine during an interview on CNN's "State of the Union with Candy Crowley." She stated, "[T]his has to be something where we try to have the two-state solution, that we have to support...(Palestinian Authority chairman Mahmoud) Abbas and his role as a leader there. We have to support Iron Dome to protect the Israelis from the missiles. We have to support the Palestinians and what they need. And we have to confer with the Qataris, who have told me over and over again that Hamas is a humanitarian organization, maybe they could use their influence to--." Crowley then interrupted her to ask, "The U.S. thinks they're a terrorist organization though, correct? Do you?" Pelosi responded with, "Mmm hmm."[32]

American response in Syria

Letter to House Democrats
Pelosi sent a letter on September 3, 2013, to fellow HouseDemocrats appealing for their support for military action in Syria in response to alleged chemical weapons use.[33]

“At this critical juncture, it is essential that we make all Americans — the men and women we represent — fully aware of what the intelligence clearly and unequivocally demonstrates: that the Assad regime was responsible for chemical weapons attacks against innocent Syrians, resulting in the deaths of more than 1,400 people, including hundreds of children. It is in our national interest to respond to the Syrian government’s unspeakable use of chemical weapons. Indeed, it has been, and remains, a core pillar of our national security — under Democratic and Republican administrations — to prevent, limit, and halt the spread and use of nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons. This is a matter of national, regional, and global security."[33]

“We look forward to hearing any comments and questions you may have as we carefully discuss how to proceed and what steps to take. I appreciate those who have already offered their thoughts, comments, and opinions, and I look forward to working together on this challenge in the coming days,” Pelosi said. “For many, ignoring Bashar Al-Assad’s use of chemical weapons is a luxury humanity simply cannot afford.”[33]

Second letter to House Democrats
Pelosi sent a second letter to members trying to sway them to support a strike on Syria on September 4, 2014.[34]

“Our continuing discussion on the appropriate response to the Syrian government’s actions is affected by Congress not being in session. However, this week is an important one in our discussion of what House Members are willing to support.”[34]

Pelosi acknowledged concerns she had received in response to her first correspondence and attempted to address them. “Responses included suggestions to add language to prevent boots on the ground, to tie the authorization more closely to the use of chemical weapons and to address concerns about an open-ended timetable,” she wrote. “Chairman [Steve] Israel has suggested language along these lines, and Congressmen Chris Van Hollen and Gerry Connolly have also put forward a proposal.”

Pelosi emphasized that President Barack Obama needs to make the case for the strike.

“The HouseDemocratic leadership joins Intelligence Committee Ranking Member Dutch Ruppersberger in encouraging you to read the classified intelligence report, which will be made available every day of the week for your review,” she wrote. “I also appreciate your suggestions and comments regarding the need to educate the American public.[34]

Third letter to House Democrats
On September 5, 2013, Pelosi sent a third letter to HouseDemocrats highlighting the restrictions of the Senate's use-of-force resolution, in an effort to gather support for President Obama's plan to strike Syria.[35]

In the letter Pelosi emphasized that the Senate proposal, passed on September 5, 2013, by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, “addresses some of the concerns expressed by many of our House members.”[35]

“Specifically, the resolution prevents boots on the ground, ties the authorization more closely to the use of chemical and other weapons of mass destruction, and has a limited timetable,” Pelosi wrote.[35]

Fourth letter to House Democrats
On September 6, 2013, Pelosi sent her fourth letter to Democratic members of the House, updating them on the Obama administration's push for congressional authorization for military action in Syria.[36]

Pelosi pointed to the White House's efforts regarding Syria and noted that members could receive further briefings with administration officials "based on member requests." She also reminded caucus members that the classified intelligence reports on the August 21, 2013, chemical weapons attack in Damascus are "available every day of the week for your review."[36]

Fifth letter to House Democrats
Just a day after sending her fourth letter, Pelosi followed up with a fifth letter to the Democratic members of the House on September 7, 2013. The letter highlighted statements supporting the strike by President Barack Obama and Barbara Boxer.[37]

“Here in California, we are blessed with the leadership of Senator Barbara Boxer, who voted for the resolution marked up this week in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee,” Pelosi wrote to Democrats.[37]

Economy

Spending cuts

While talking about potential spending cuts, Pelosi said, "The cupboard is bare. There's no more cuts to make. We all want to reduce the deficit, Put everything on the table, review it, but you cannot have any more cuts just for the sake of cuts. Right now you’re taking trophies."[38]

Pelosi blasted House Republicans on the issue, but distinguished Speaker John Boehner from many of them. "I certainly don’t paint the speaker with that brush, but there are enough of them in their caucus to shut down the government. That would be a victory for them," Pelosi said.[38]

Federal pay cuts

In Feb. 2013, as federal agencies braced themselves for the imminent arrival of steep sequester spending cuts, Pelosi spoke out in opposition to cutting congressional salaries as a way to offset cuts to federal programming and personnel. "I don't think we should do it; I think we should respect the work we do...I think it's necessary for us to have the dignity of the job that we have rewarded," she said to reporters in Washington, D.C.[39] Pelosi conceded that her household income could easily withstand a pay cut, but pointed out that such financial security does not necessarily apply to all Congress members and staffers, especially those relied upon as their families' sole income providers.[39] "A sequester should be out of the question," stated Pelosi, in dissonance with the outlook expressed by fellow Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer two weeks before President Obama issued the sequestration order. Hoyer correctly predicted that yielding to a sequester and letting its accompanying pay cuts take effect, were "obviously"[39] awaiting Congress, "like everybody else, and we will have to accommodate that," he said.[39][40] Congress was unable to agree on a planned recourse to the sequester by March 1, 2013, therefore setting off across-the-board federal budget cuts amounting to approximately $85 billion.[41]

IRS targeting

On May 10, 2013, news broke that various branches of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) had specifically targeted conservative groups' applications for tax-exempt status. This began during the tea party surge in 2010. The agency was separating tax-exempt applications by searching for political terms such as "tea party" and "patriot." In June 2011, an IRS official was briefed on these transgressions and asked that this practice end. The flagging continued, however, when the criteria was changed in January 2012 to look out for groups educating on the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.[42]

The targeting included allegations that tea party groups were forced to provide information not asked of other tax exempt groups. Examples of this included requests for donor information, Facebook posts, resumes and political intentions of group officials and connections to other groups.[43][44]

On May 16, IRS Commissioner Steven Miller announced his resignation. He still testified at the hearings the next day.[45]

As a result of this scandal, Republicans and many Democratic members of Congress, including Pelosi, publicly called for a deeper investigation into these matters. The House Ways and Means Committee held a hearing on May 17 during which it was disclosed that the Obama administration was made aware of the targeting on June 4, 2012.[46]

On May 20, Senators Max Baucus and Orrin Hatch sent a written inquiry regarding the process for how the agency reviewed applications for tax exempt status. The letter also requested any correspondence between White House officials and the IRS mentioning 501(c) organizations.[47]

During the May 22 House committee hearing on the issue, Lois Lerner, head of the IRS tax-exempt organizations office, declined to answer questions citing her Fifth Amendment right.[48] The next day, May 23, Lerner was placed on administrative leave pending an investigation after Senators John McCain and Carl Levin called on IRS officials to place her on suspension.[49] Lerner retired on September 23, 2013.[50]

Earmarks

A Washington Post investigation in February 2012 revealed that 33 members of Congress helped direct more than $300 million in earmarks to public projects in close proximity to commercial and residential real estate owned by the lawmakers or their family members.[51] According to the report, Pelosi helped secure $50 million in earmarks toward a light-rail project that provides direct access to San Francisco's Union Square and Chinatown for neighborhoods south of Market Street. Pelosi's husband owns a four-story commercial building blocks from Union Square.[52]

Travel

In October 2013, a rule against members of Congress traveling on expensive military aircraft was waived for a delegation of thirty House members, including Pelosi and Speaker of the House John Boehner, to attend the funeral of longtime Florida congressman Bill Young.[53] The flight time cost was estimated at $10,000 per hour. A spokesman for Boehner told the Washington Post, "Given Rep. Young’s long and distinguished service to his congressional district, and especially to the men and women of our Armed Forces, the rule against military aircraft is waived for this funeral."[53] The rule also was waived for two other funerals earlier this year.

Full history

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2010

On November 2, 2010, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated John Dennis (R), Gloria La Riva (P&F), Philip Berg (L) and Summer Shields (Write-in) in the general election.[58]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 2010

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

80.1%

167,957

Republican

John Dennis

15.1%

31,711

Peace and Freedom

Gloria La Riva

2.5%

5,161

Libertarian

Philip Berg

2.3%

4,843

Write-in

Summer Shields

0%

24

Total Votes

209,696

2008

On November 4, 2008, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated Dana Walsh (R), Cindy Sheehan (I), Philip Zimt Berg (L), Lea Sherman (Write-in) and Michelle Wong Clay (Write-in) in the general election.[59]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 2008

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

71.9%

204,996

Independent

Cindy Sheehan

16.2%

46,118

Republican

Dana Walsh

9.7%

27,614

Libertarian

Philip Zimt Berg

2.3%

6,504

Write-in

Lea Sherman

0%

11

Write-in

Michelle Wong Clay

0%

4

Total Votes

285,247

2006

On November 4, 2008, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated Mike Denunzio (R), Krissy Keefer (G) and Philip Zimt Berg (L) in the general election.[60]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 2008

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

80.4%

148,435

Republican

Mike Denunzio

10.7%

19,800

Green

Krissy Keefer

7.4%

13,653

Libertarian

Philip Zimt Berg

1.5%

2,751

Total Votes

184,639

2004

On November 2, 2004, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated Jennifer DePalma (R) and Leilani Dowell (P&F) in the general election.[61]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 2004

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

82.9%

224,017

Republican

Jennifer DePalma

11.5%

31,074

Peace and Freedom

Leilani Dowell

3.5%

9,527

N/A

Write-in

2%

5,446

Total Votes

270,064

2002

On November 5, 2002, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated G. Michael German (R), Jay Pond (G), Ira Spivack (L) and Deborah Liatos (Write-in) in the general election.[62]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 2002

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

79.6%

127,684

Republican

G. Michael German

12.5%

20,063

Green

Jay Pond

6.3%

10,033

Libertarian

Ira Spivack

1.7%

2,659

Write-in

Deborah Liatos

0%

2

Total Votes

160,441

2000

On November 7, 2000, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated Adam Sparks (R), Erik Bauman (L) and David Smithstein (Natural Law) in the general election.[63]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 2000

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

84.4%

181,847

Republican

Adam Sparks

11.7%

25,298

Libertarian

Erik Bauman

2.6%

5,645

Natural Law

David Smithstein

1.2%

2,638

Total Votes

215,428

1998

On November 3, 1998, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated David Martz (R) and David Smithstein (Natural Law) in the general election.[64]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 1998

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

85.8%

148,027

Republican

David Martz

12%

20,781

Natural Law

David Smithstein

2.1%

3,654

Total Votes

172,462

1996

On November 5, 1996, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated Justin Raimondo (R) and David Smithstein (Natural Law) in the general election.[65]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 1996

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

84.3%

175,216

Republican

Justin Raimondo

12.4%

25,739

Natural Law

David Smithstein

3.3%

6,783

Total Votes

207,738

1994

On November 8, 1994, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated Elsa Cheung (R) in the general election.[66]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 1994

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

81.8%

137,642

Republican

Elsa Cheung

18.2%

30,528

N/A

Write-in

0%

1

Total Votes

168,171

1992

On November 3, 1992, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated Marc Wolin (R), Cesar Cadabes (P&F) and James Elwood (L) in the general election.[67]

U.S. House, California District 8 General Election, 1992

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

82.5%

191,906

Republican

Marc Wolin

11%

25,693

Peace and Freedom

Cesar Cadabes

3.3%

7,572

Libertarian

James Elwood

3.2%

7,511

N/A

Write-in

0%

9

Total Votes

232,691

1990

On November 6, 1990, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated Alan Nichols (R) in the general election.[68]

U.S. House, California District 5 General Election, 1990

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

77.2%

120,633

Republican

Alan Nichols

22.8%

35,671

Total Votes

156,304

1988

On November 8, 1988, Nancy Pelosi won re-election to the United States House. She defeated Bruce Michael O'Neill (R), Theodore Zuur (P&F) and Sam Grove (L) in the general election.[69]

U.S. House, California District 5 General Election, 1988

Party

Candidate

Vote %

Votes

Democratic

Nancy Pelosiincumbent

76.4%

133,530

Republican

Bruce Michael O'Neill

19.3%

33,692

Peace and Freedom

Theodore Zuur

2.3%

3,975

Libertarian

Sam Grove

2%

3,561

Total Votes

174,758

Campaign donors

Fundraising events

The below chart from Find The Best tracks the fundraising events Pelosi attends.

Comprehensive donor history

Comprehensive donor information for Pelosi is available dating back to 2000. Based on available campaign finance records, Pelosi raised a total of $15,200,710 during that time period. This information was last updated on January 27, 2015.[70]

2014

Pelosi won re-election to the U.S. House in 2014. During that election cycle, Pelosi's campaign committee raised a total of $2,926,898 and spent $2,395,066.[71] This is more than the average $1.45 million spent by House winners in 2014.[72]

2013 fundraising

2012

Pelosi won re-election to the U.S. House in 2012. During that election cycle, Pelosi's campaign committee raised a total of $2,300,344 and spent $2,001,647.[83] This is more than the average $1.5 million spent by House winners in 2012.[84]

PGI: Change in net worth

Based on congressional financial disclosure forms and calculations made available by OpenSecrets.org, Pelosi's net worth as of 2012 was estimated between $1,046,071 and $174,947,989. That averages to $87,997,030, which is higher than the average net worth of Democratic representatives in 2012 of $5,700,168.36. Pelosi ranked as the 7th most wealthy representative in 2012.[86] Between 2004 and 2012, Pelosi's calculated net worth[87] increased by an average of 9 percent per year. Between 2004 and 2012, the average annual percentage increase for a member of Congress was 15.4 percent.[88]

Comparatively, the American citizen experienced a median yearly decline in net worth of -0.94%.[90]

The data used to calculate changes in net worth may include changes resulting from assets gained through marriage, inheritance, changes in family estates and/or trusts, changes in family business ownership and many other variables unrelated to a member's behavior in Congress.

PGI: Donation Concentration Metric

Filings required by the Federal Election Commission report on the industries that give to each candidate. Using campaign filings and information calculated by OpenSecrets.org, Ballotpedia calculated the percentage of donations by industry received by each incumbent over the course of his or her career (or 1989 and later, if elected prior to 1988). Pelosi received the most donations from individuals and PACs employed by the Health Professionals industry.

From 1989-2014, 27.77 percent of Pelosi's career contributions came from the top five industries as listed below.[91]

National Journal vote ratings

Each year National Journal publishes an analysis of how liberally or conservatively each member of Congress voted in the previous year. Click the link above for the full ratings of all members of Congress.

Lifetime voting record

According to the website GovTrack, Pelosi missed 764 of 13,868 roll call votes from June 1987 to July 2014. This amounts to 5.5 percent, which is worse than the median of 2.5 percent among current congressional representatives as of July 2014.[98]

Congressional staff salaries

2011

The website Legistorm compiles staff salary information for members of Congress. Pelosi paid her congressional staff a total of $1,098,446 in 2011. She ranked 138th on the list of the lowest paid Democratic representative staff salaries and ranked 69th overall of the highest paid representative staff salaries in 2011. Overall, California ranked 5th in average salary for representative staff. The average U.S. House of Representatives congressional staff was paid $954,912.20 in fiscal year 2011.[99]

Personal

Pelosi and her husband, Paul, have five children.

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